Learning Blog Post

What we did:   

    Today for 1st block we worked on our Genius Hour projects. Most of us were still on the research phase of the project, so we used electronic devices to do the research. Also, people finished their book passes or posted on the Woodleighville blog if they hadn't already. In the 2nd block, we continued working on the note-taking/making booklet and practice with the Pathways textbook from last class.

 

Learning Intentions:

    Genius Hour helps us learn what we're interested in and therefore have a better learning experience, but also teaches us collaboration and presentation skills. Note-taking lets us know how to organize the information that we learn in class, and to make it easier to read and study for tests. Both of these things are important for the future. When we do projects in other classes we will know how to do them well by collecting feedback from other people and that we have flexibility in what we want to do. Taking notes will be useful in most subjects, as it helps make the information easier to read and remember in a way that seems best for you.

 

Connections:

    I've done both projects and notes before, but when it comes to high school you have more options on how you want to do them and possibilities of what you do. This will be useful in my future study years and maybe my life because they will just become even more flexible over time and I can use them for many things, such as studies or work.

 

Homework Reminders:

    There was no homework assigned to us for Friday, but you should continue working on your Genius Hour projects at home.

 

Homework Tips:

    Always remember to log your process when you are doing your Genius Hour projects to keep track of what you have done, and record any sites you get information from. Also, try to meet your standards/goals for your project, such as due dates, and ask other people for feedback.